The Winter 2013 lineup (January - March) had some real standouts. Here's every show from the season, ranked by the community — from heavy hitters to under-the-radar picks worth checking out.
Chihaya Ayase is obsessed with developing her school's competitive karuta club, nursing daunting ambitions like winning the national team championship at the Omi Jingu and becoming the Queen, the best female karuta player in Japan—and in extension, the world. As their second...
An OVA of SKET Dance bundled with the 29th volume of the manga, covering chapters 198, 199, and 200. This is a conclusion of some of the events shown in the last episode of the anime series.
Two men have just arrived at a location known as Quindecim and are unable to remember how they got there. They are immediately greeted by a young woman who escorts them to a small bar, where a bartender awaits them. They are told that they will have to participate in a game,...
Ohana Matsumae has been working at Kissui Inn as a waitress for a while now. However, she realizes that she is starting to lose her desire to sparkle, having grown accustomed to the routines of her job. As this was a desire she had when she first moved to the inn, the...
For young witches everywhere, the world-renowned witch Shiny Chariot reigns as the most revered and celebrated role model. But as the girls age, so do their opinions of her—now just the mention of Chariot would get a witch labeled a child. However, undeterred in her blind...
Episode 22.5 bundled with BD/DVD volume 8. The episode covers Kuroko's past, when he was part of the "Generation of Miracles."
On a normal afternoon, Doraemon's bell was stolen by Kaito Deluxe, a thief from the 22nd Century. Determined to get it back, Nobita and co. decides to pursue him and take back the bell that is hidden inside the 22nd Century's Secret Gadget Museum. (Source: ANN)
The everyday lives of the Minami sisters continue. Chiaki, the youngest, continues to call people idiots while worshipping her eldest sister. Kana, the middle, still can't figure out that Fujioka's feelings for her are a crush, not a grudge. Haruka, the eldest, still unknowingly...
In the year since the 77th generation understudies joined AKB0048, the Deep Galactic Trade Organization [DGTO] and DES have stepped up their attacks on entertainment. In response, AKB0048 brings back the general elections and the center nova position. The understudies are now...
The semifinal round of the Inter-High Mahjong Championship is still in full swing. After witnessing the extraordinary might of the champion Teru Miyanaga of Shiraitodai High School, the girls of Achiga High School are left bewildered. However, even if the odds are against them,...
Mekakucity Records follows Mekakucity Days, and continues to tell the stories of the "Mekakushi-dan" members. Yobanashi Deceive Tonight, again, Shuuya Kano will tell a story. This is the story of a natural born liar, whose red-eye ability grants him the power to deceive,...
Kyousuke Hyoubu, an ESPer who was betrayed many years ago, is now one of the most powerful ESPers—and also a fugitive. However, behind that glare lies a kind heart. His main mission is to save ESPers who are mistreated by humans, even if that be by force. Through his methods, he...
Following the defeat of a great adversary, Gokuu Son and his friends live peaceful lives on Earth. Meanwhile, in space, Beerus the God of Destruction awakens from his long slumber, having dreamed of an entity known as a Super Saiyan God. With the help of his assistant, Whis,...
Few people wonder what occurs between warring nations when they are not fighting each other. In Hetalia, the countries find themselves outside of their usual setting: working together in a school newspaper club, reminiscing about former historical figures, and searching for...
Otonokizaka High School is in a crisis! With the number of enrolling students dropping lower and lower every year, the school is set to shut down after its current first years graduate. However, second year Honoka Kousaka refuses to let it go without a fight. Searching for a...
Inside the Usagiyama Shopping District lies an eccentric but close-knit community of business owners. Tamako Kitashirakawa, a clumsy though adorable teenage girl, belongs to a family of mochi bakers who own a quaint shop called Tama-ya. One day, Tamako stumbles upon a talking...
Izayoi Sakamaki, Asuka Kudou, and You Kasukabe are extraordinary teenagers who are blessed with psychic powers but completely fed up with their disproportionately mundane lives—until, unexpectedly, each of them receives a strange envelope containing an invitation to a mysterious...
In the scientifically advanced Academy City, a miracle is about to occur: the completion of the world's first space elevator, "Endymion." Meanwhile, a certain high school student, Touma Kamijou, and his companion Index are going about their daily lives when they encounter and...
The village of Ootsuka—home to Shino Inuzuka, Sousuke Inukawa, and Hamaji—was lit on fire under the preconception that a virus had seen all of its life eradicated. Now surrounded by flames and on the verge of death, the three were approached by a strange man holding a sword. He...
OVA episode bundled with fifth volume of manga.
Under the scorching desert sun, a lonely girl called Éclair wanders, faithfully protecting the relic "Phoenix Stone" entrusted to her. Even though she hates magic, the power of the Stone brings her handcrafted plush toy to life. Finally graced with the warmth of friendship,...
In near-future Japan, Aya Okamura lives alone in an apartment away from her parents. Her mother has worked overseas ever since her childhood, so her aging father Kouji and their cat Mii-san are the only ones left in their family home. After a tiring day, Aya declines her...
After completing their work at Yorknew City, Leorio Paladiknight and Kurapika investigate the rumored sightings of a boy with scarlet red eyes, as they believe this person to be a member of the now non-existent Kurta Clan. Kurapika hopes to find another survivor of the clan...
School clubs usually advertise their activities, but the goings-on of the GJ Club are a mystery. Kyouya "Kyoro" Shinomiya recently joined and became the sole male member of the five-person club. Besides Kyoro, there is Mao Amatsuka, the club president who has a tendency to bite...
Once upon a time, the demon lord Rchimedes spread terror throughout the world, until he was eventually sealed away by the legendary hero Creasion. Since then, a thousand years have passed peacefully. However, a mysterious hole has opened up between the demon and human spheres,...
The Neighbor's Club—a club founded for the purpose of making friends, where misfortunate boys and girls with few friends live out their regrettable lives. Although Yozora Mikazuki faced a certain incident at the end of summer, the daily life of the Neighbor's Club goes on as...
In a world where half-human, half-animal chimeras live and work alongside normal people, there are sure to be a few bad apples in the bunch. Unfortunately, half-human criminals means non-human clues that often leave the police stumped. That's where lone wolf detectives like...
"All Alone With You" is the fourth single by the music group EGOIST and is used as the second ending theme song of Psycho-Pass. The limited edition release includes a DVD with an animated music video.
Fifteen years have passed since the war between humans and demons began. Dissatisfied with their slow advance into the Demon Realm, the Hero abandons his companions to quickly forge ahead towards the Demon Queen's castle. Upon his arrival at the royal abode, the Hero makes a...
Several months after the thrilling conclusion of the Asia Circuit Cardfight Vanguard tournament, Aichi Sendou's passion for the popular card game is stronger than ever. However, upon starting high school at the prestigious Miyaji Academy, a private institution that champions...
One day, the Pretty Cures receive an invitation to a party in their honor. Everyone is heading to the party venue, the school of fairies, but awaits a mysterious shadow. The shadow steals transformation objects! What can they do? If the Cures can not be converted are in big...
Since childhood, Haruka Kotoura's classmates have seen her as a creepy and monstrous person. This is due to her ability to read other people's minds—the same ability that drove her parents away, leaving her alone with her grandfather. As a result, she has grown accustomed to the...
From the popular game "THE IDOLM@STER", comes a petit spinoff cute and soothing 4-koma! The setting is the same 765 Production from the games. One day, 765 Pro idols Ami and Mami bring in the mysterious Petit-dols "Afuu" and "Yukipo"!? More and more Petit-dols gather at the...
Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team - Battle in Three Dimensions is a short film bundled with Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team Blu-ray Memorial Box-set. The 08th M.S. Team travels through the jungle while on a mission, Shiro Amada checks his map and stops when he spots a...
Kyoto Animation commercial that aired during episode 10 of Tamako Market.
Direct continuation of the previous season. Full CG series about 3 fairies who ramble over random subjects in 3 locations.
The infidelity of Eita Kidou's parents not only made his family fall apart, but also made him skeptic of love. Having no intention to delve into romance, Eita devotes his entire high school life to his studies in order to become a doctor. It did not take long for the beautiful...
A short recap included in the Blu-ray volume of Nekomonogatari: Kuro.
As a child, Aoi Yukimura adored mountains and was passionate about climbing. However, a playground accident has since left her afraid of heights, turning her toward indoor hobbies. Unfortunately, now a shy and timid first-year high school student, Aoi has become so absorbed in...
Unaired 13th episode released on the 7th DVD/BD.
Middle schooler Mana Aida is known for her vivid passion and kind-hearted disposition, especially by her friends Rikka Hishikawa and Alice Yotsuba. While the girls are on a school field trip, otherworldly villains from the "Trump Kingdom" appear and create giant monsters from...
Charley, a cyborg vampire who does the Vatican's dirty work, is the thrall of the local vampire playboy Johnny Rayflo. As the two fight crime—and each other—hilarity, violence and sacrilege ensue! But can Charley resist his own desperate cravings for blood? Find out as the...
Following the Isshu League Higaki Tournament, Satoshi and friends set out on a new journey towards the 'White Ruins' discovered by Professor Araragi's father, a place connected to Reshiram, a Pokémon called legendary. There, they meet the mysterious youth N, who claims he can...
After toiling away in his lab, the alchemist Jolly has finally succeeded in making a personality-swapping potion that is guaranteed to bring him entertainment. The boys of the Arcana Famiglia are tricked into taking the potion and find themselves in bodies that are not their...
The Japanese call them hikikomori—people who've become so withdrawn socially that they refuse to leave their homes for weeks and even months at a time. For Sasami Tsukuyomi, who's attempting to pass her first year of high school despite being a shut in, it's more than just a...
Unaired 13th episode of the TV series.
Bundled with Hiiro no Kakera Taizen, a comprehensive illustration book on the six-year history of Idea Factory's Hiiro no Kakera romance game franchise, the OVA reveals the private lives of the five main characters.
Star Driver takes place on the fictional Southern Cross Isle. One night, a boy named Takuto washes up on shore swimming from the mainland. He later enrolls in Southern Cross High School as a freshman and makes new friends. (Source: Official website)
"Redial" is the title track of livetune's 2013 compilation album Re:Dial featuring Hatsune Miku. An animated music video of the song was included in a limited edition DVD sold with the album.
On the island of Hatsunejima, where spring is eternal, grows a particular large cherry blossom tree. This cherry blossom tree never withers, and is said to be able to fulfill any wish. However, one day, this tree had become a normal cherry blossom tree...
Extra episodes of bundled with Blu-rays and DVDs and the limited edition 5th manga volume.
Special, unaired, episodes released with the Senran Kagura BD/DVDs.
The anime shorts are set in the fictional Line Corporation with a motley crew of idiosyncratic workers. There is the narcissistic section head and president's son James, the subsection head Moon (who is always gone somewhere but somehow gets his work done), the quiet but...
Based on the visual novel by Overdrive. The what-if story reunites the Second Literature Club Band members Kirari, Chie, Shikanosuke, and Sarina, several months after the concert in the d2b vs Deardrops ~Cross the Future~ fan disk. (Source: ANN)
A short episode bundled in Vol.6 of the BD/DVDs.
Blu-ray disc bundled with the fourth volume of the manga.
Music video by Aimer for the song Kyou Kara Omoide that was on her 5th single Re:I Am. The video was directed by Gaku Kinoshita.
Promotional animations for release of 2nd and 3rd Mob Psycho 100 manga volumes.
"Hana wa Saku" is a song written by Shunji Iwai and Yoko Kanno to support NHK's reconstruction efforts in the areas hardest hit by the 2011 Great Eastern Japan Earthquake. An animated music video was created in commemoration of the two-year anniversary of the disaster and...
Music video for the title track RE:I AM by Japanese singer Aimer that was on her 5th single. It was included on DVD with the first limited edition release of the CD. The video was directed by Tsuyoshi Araki.
Code Geass: Soubou no Oz Picture Drama following the lives of two characters from opposite sides of the barricades: Orpheus Zevon—young theorist from KMF searching for the killer of his mistress and Oldrin Zevon—protiteristické member unit of the British Empire "Glindyni...
A music video for the song Yumemachi Ressha by Minami Kizuki. Aired as part of NHK's Minna no Uta program.
One day, when Remu Mikage is on a video call with his sister, Shiki, who has traveled to the futuristic Okinotori-island Mega Float City for school, she confesses that both the audio and visuals of her are completely artificial. In order to be more efficient in her studies,...
To Kirino High, the goal of getting into Koshien Stadium becomes important because the 100th anniversary is around the corner. However, Kurokan's unique way of training has upset the Kirino High Baseball Team Support Association and Alumni Club. Morioka, on the other hand, is a...
The stage is the close of the Edo period, an age when, not unlike our own time, both natural and man-made disasters left chaos in their wake. Manjiro makes a living helping the people of the troubled capital city, but behind the scenes, he also works in secret to take back...
An extended music video with minimalistic flash animation, featuring a chibi version of Mei. Bundled with the Complete Collection Blu-ray Box.
Movie for the Shimajirou children's series.
A short web anime about delinquent hamsters. Hamsters with bad boy haircuts that just do whatever they wanna do.
After fainting at work, a young lady awakens in the back room of the café she works at with no memory of her life or those around her. Two of her friends, whom she soon learns are named Shin and Toma, are called to help her get home safely. Once she is alone, she meets a...
Episode 13 that was included on the Blu-ray.
Arikitari Heroes is an original song featuring Hatsune Miku, GUMI, Kagamine Rin, and MAYU. It is the fifth song in the Bookmark of Demise Project. It can be interpreted as an answer song to the four earlier songs in the project, because it contains events from those songs....
After eating a strange flower, Chocotan the mini dachshund gains the ability to talk! Since then, the eager pup has been able to provide her young owner, Nao Hatori, with earnest support. The two often walk to the park in hopes of running into Hatori's crush, Yamato Arima, and...
Short picture drama specials included with the BD release of the film.
The doujin (self-published) creators of the Koutetsu no Vendetta (Iron Vendetta) military robot anime project released a preview DVD at Tokyo's Comic Market 75 convention. The DVD included the unedited versions of the project's pilot film, special supplemental videos, and a...
Music video directed by Kousuke Sugimoto for the song Tenuto by Handsome Kenya on the mini album "Black Frame." The album had two releases, one which included a bonus DVD featuring this music video and a short documentary about Handsome Kenya. The music video was posted on...
High School isn't easy, especially for Asakura, who is struggling to graduate. Luckily for him, he has lots of friends who are willing to go the extra mile. Asakura is obsessed with female anatomy, which frustrates his other classmates! One classmate wants them to run a flower...
Recap of the first ten episodes of True Tears, included on the Blu-ray Box volume.
"We're going to launch a manga magazine!" A team of girls with zero experience in manga editing are off and running toward their dream of creating the biggest manga magazine in Japan! They seem to do nothing but run into problems and failures... But still they're working hard...
Eccentric high school manga club members Ai, Mai, and Mii all share the same dream: to become brilliant artists. Despite wanting to improve their drawing skills, the girls are often derailed by absurd situations involving intricate jokes, animals, and supernatural encounters....
A paper stop-motion commercial for D-Mail, a live-event gift company with roses for anniversaries, cards, picture frames, incense for condolences, etc. With products available to celebrate weddings, births, first day of school ceremonies and graduation.
During the turbulent end of the Tokugawa era, many children became war orphans. One of these orphans, a nameless son of a samurai, ends up meeting Ryouma Sakamoto, a man working against the Bakufu government. Impressed by the orphan's skill with a blade, Ryouma gives him the...
Released two days before the Chinese New Year, the feature itself covers the topic of the New Year where Logger Vick wants to go back to his hometown to visit family. But a first class ticket on the train home is something he cannot afford. Briar and Bramble decide to help him...
In the face of impending disaster, the animal world is looking to the Mythical Ark for salvation. The problem is that only the snake tribe can operate the ark, and the snakes have already escaped to Utopia. To save the animals, Pleasant Goat and Big Big Wolf travel to Utopia to...
Kyousuke Ishihara is an average high school student residing in Tokyo. Recently, his younger sister, Namika, has moved back home after living in Osaka for 10 years. As Kyousuke tries to understand his sister's peculiar behavior and dialect, the two bond over their differences...
When Fuuka hit her second year of middle school, puberty kicked in. Now she's really tall and has huge boobs. Due to her hairstyle, her classmates call her "Saipu", after the cyclops. Her affection for her older brother was cute when she was a little girl and said she wanted to...
An early graduation silent short film by Megumi Ishitani, depicting the conflict between two artists and their mentees.
The story of the anime is set in the year Mobile Century 8013. It has been over seven millennia since humanity was wiped out on Earth, but the surviving military robots continue to wage war with no end in sight. The war has embroiled the Rebellion Federation that controls Europe...
Promotion video for Naruto Kiriyama's light novel Yonhyakunijuu Renpai Girl, commissioned by Enterbrain after Kiriyama won the 14th Entertainment Awards Grand Prize (Entame Taishou) from the publisher's light novel department.
Unaired anime bundled with the limited edition of the 9th volume of the manga.
Pororo and the gang entry a sleigh racing contest after getting guidance under a 'champion'. Turns out the champion was a liar and now the gang has to fight tooth and nail to win first place in order to keep their pride after talking big.
Official music video for idol group Oha Girl Chu! Chu! Chu!'s song Sayonara no Kawari ni 2013. It is a cover of a song titled Sayonara no Kawari ni performed by the idol group Oha Ska in 2000 by the 1999 cast of Oha Suta, a Japanese children's TV show. Both idol groups are owned...
Music video for TRAPxTRAP feat. Hatsune Miku by Hachioji-P.
An animated promotional/opening video for the iOS/Android game Sword of Phantasia.
Korean Culture and Information Service, Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism commissioned a Pororo short to promote Korean travel to English speaking youths across the world and to domestic youths to explore their own country. The is the first Pororo work to feature humans....
Beast Saga takes place on a distant planet in our galaxy called Beast where three beast tribes, the Sea Tribe, the Land Tribe, and the Sky Tribe, fight for their honor. Each of the tribes protect an infinite elemental power source called Godlot. (Source: ANN)
"Koukou" is a work of abstract animation synchronized with a callisthenic song comprised of the unique syllabic sounds of the Japanese language, without actually using any full words.
Music video for the song 3-nen C-gumi 14-ban Kubozono Chiyoko no Nyuukaku by siinamota (Shina Mota) from the CD album 'Kokegane no Uta.' Directed by Kenshiro Morii at Studio Moriken.
Official music video for Panpan no Tou's song Ongaku wa Tomatta.
Director Wataru Uekusa's work for NHK's Educational Television channel. The Techne Tri corner teaches watchers certain features of animation, this video was a part of his rotoscoping lesson.
Official music videos for Francesca released on the official Youtube and NND pages. The CDs of the songs was available for purchase as well. The animation was not reused for the TV series (which was made the following year) but they were included on the BD/DVD release of the TV...
A special video shown at screenings of Toaru Majutsu no Index Movie: Endymion no Kiseki to promote the then upcoming second seasons of Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Kawaii Wake ga Nai and Toaru Kagaku no Railgun.
Seiji is tormented by horrible tsunami-flashback dreams, but one night he wakes up and his beloved grandfather has appeared. With a strum of his grandfather’s guitar, Seiji is transported to a colorful, slightly strange, psychedelic world and finally manages to have a good...
The fictional stories will feature each of the members in a different career: Gyuri as a police officer, Seungyeon as an astronaut, Nicole as a passenger boat captain, Hara as security police for the Monaco royal family and Jiyoung as a sexy and spirited firefighter. (Source:...
A collaboration episode between Himitsukessha Taka no Tsume and Glass no Kamen desu ga meant to promote the latter's official TV anime launch as well as the former's 4th season launch. In this collaboration two Chancellors appear. Deluxe Fighter then shows up to eliminate both...
A bonus episode aired on Tokyo MX a week after episode 12. Asakura asks why they're still there when the anime was supposed to end last week.
A short animation celebrating White Day.
A short video advertising the release of Toshl's album Cherry Blossom.
The anime is based off an old Japanese story, which in turn was inspired by the classic Chinese novel Suikoden (Water Margin). In the original story, a large band of outlaws are given amnesty by the government to fight foreign forces and rebels. The Tenpou Suidoken version...
Flash anime shorts that center around a school for mischievous demon toddlers. (Source: AniDB)
Amid a flurry of rain, a windshield wiper remains undeterred even by the unavoidable prospect of death. [Written by MAL Rewrite]
The new anime centers around the daily life of two twin bear sisters: the orange-colored Lulu and the yellow-colored Lolo. The two take on new jobs and despite the occasional failure and tears, give their best efforts.
An animated biographical film about the life of Takae Tsuneo, who was dealt a heavy blow when he lost both of his arms but worked to help other people with disabilities. At the age of seventeen, Tsuneo is electrocuted during his job installing power lines and has both of his...
In an odd dimensional bubble inside the kettle of an Oden food cart exists Oden village. The residents of Oden village spend their idyllic days waiting for customers to come and eat them. In the meantime, Oden-kun helps other troubled dwellers to realize their dreams. One day,...
While Rantarou and Fushikizou are out running an errand, Fushikizou happens to spot a mysterious woman who's being chased by some of the Tasogaredoki Castle ninjas. It turns out the woman is actually the disguised leader of the Dokutake Castle ninjas, Hieta Happousai, and the...
A stop-motion animation about Liv, a curious little girl and Bell, a gluttonous hedgehog. Together they go on an adventure in a picture book.
A video produced for middle and high school students showcasing the role of CPAs and the importance of audits. The anime aims to make accounting an attractive occupation.
The CG anime series is based on Sekiguchi Corporation's line of stuffed toy monkeys. Ashi Productions previously produced the Monchichi, the Twins television anime series that aired in 1980. An American-produced animated series titled Monchhichis also aired in the 1980s. ...
When a girl named Rainie runs away from home after her mom forgot about her birthday, she is magically transported from the big city to an enchanted jungle in an unfamiliar land where she meets Blue. With the help of Blue's grandfather and their newfound friend Mulla, they...
The third season's script structure brings many surprises. While maintaining the lighthearted and hilarious style of the first season, the content will focus on the competitive elements that players love, creating a new season of hilarious competitive gameplay. (Source:...
Against the backdrop of a rural village with a beautiful landscape, Imhwa-ri, a postman riding a red bicycle, tells the story of our daily life with all of our sadness, joy, pain, and laughter. Let's meet with the postman on a red bicycle! (Source: YouTube)
Music video for PinocchioP's Vocaloid song Akkanbee da featuring MAYU.
A skilled black rat named Xiang falls in love with a cat girl named Xiao Ji. Xiao Ji is considered a disgrace and traitor to the cat clan and is banished, while Xiang is hunted down. According to the cat clan's rules, if Xiao Ji and Xiang's marriage doesn't gain the approval of...
Music video for the song Nakimushi Piero by Yoko Saito that was featured on NHK's Minna no Uta program.
A collaboration between Kate Arrow's Pony Tail and !EXC, a fashion building in Asahikawa.
Animation by Ryo Hirano created for the NHK TECHNE program.
Music video for the song Hirara Koi Kochou by Ayako Ikeda that was featured on NHK's Minna no Uta program.
Music video for the song Yumenikki No Tame No Waltz by Machigerita featuring vocals by vocaloid Lapis Aoki.
Based on community ratings, Chihayafuru 2 is the highest-rated anime from Winter 2013 with a score of 8.37. Other top picks include SKET Dance: Imouto no Nayami ni Nayamu Ani ni Nayamu Imouto to Sono Nakama-tachi and Death Billiards.
There are 146 anime from the Winter 2013 season tracked on MyAnimePulse, including 46 TV series, 21 movies, and 29 OVA/ONAs.
The winter anime season covers January - March. Most new anime in this season begin airing in January.
